March weather forecast
Santa Ynez, CA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Santa Ynez, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.5°F (8.6°C) and max 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

As Santa Ynez, California, welcomes March, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C), showing little deviation from February's 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average low-temperature of 47.5°F (8.6°C) is witnessed in Santa Ynez during March.

Humidity

March is the most humid month in Santa Ynez, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.3 rainfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:21 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Santa Ynez is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Santa Ynez, California, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During March, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Santa Ynez?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Santa Ynez?

March is the most humid month in Santa Ynez, California, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

What is the average humidity in March in Santa Ynez?

In March, the average relative humidity is 64%.

How much does it rain in Santa Ynez in March?

In Santa Ynez, during March, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Santa Ynez?

The average day length in March in Santa Ynez, California, is 12h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Santa Ynez?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Santa Ynez, California, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:21 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Santa Ynez?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Santa Ynez, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Santa Ynez?

In Santa Ynez, California, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Santa Ynez?

In Santa Ynez, California, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average temperature in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 64.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 47.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (46.8°F).

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Average pressure in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average pressure in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average wind speed in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average humidity in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (54%).

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Average rainfall in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average rainfall in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average UV index in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in March
Santa Ynez, CA

Average visibility in March - Santa Ynez, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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